People have a lot of opinions about the "big light". It's generally what you'd describe as your ceiling or overhead light, and it's the ambient lighting for a lot of rooms. But why is it so divisive?

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Terri Williams is a journalist covering housing trends. When designing or decorating a home, much thought is given to the colors, ...

It often goes unnoticed yet holds extraordinary significance: the ceiling! Alongside flooring, walls, furniture, and lighting ...

Both new ceiling lights support Matter, meaning they’re designed to work across major smart-home platforms, including Apple ...

Simply put, uplighting is any lighting that shines upward. Most commercial lighting pendants are designed with uplighting and downlighting capability. For interior applications, uplighting reduces ...

The simplest things can make or break the design of a room. You might have beautiful furniture, art and flooring, but if the ambience still feels off, lighting is the likely culprit. Light inside our ...

These are the attributes of this unexpected new lighting system: SNAPS, from Art + Alchemy by Hubbardton Forge. As an interior designer, lighting retailer or lighting enthusiast, you get to unleash ...

Such is the reality of standalone builder-grade overhead lighting and the shadows it inevitably creates. And that’s exactly why we set out to uncover the biggest lighting trends for 2026—to help you ...

In the realm of architecture and interior design, lighting is a pivotal force in enhancing the overall atmosphere of a space. A harmonious interplay of light and design can elevate the ambiance and ...

The role of lighting is essential in each kitchen, especially in regards to the ceiling. It establishes the mood of the area and significantly affects the ambiance of the whole room. However, choosing ...

At CES 2026, Govee is unveiling a new generation of core lighting technologies, alongside a preview of three flagship products that push ...